Quick Info
| Profession | Goalkeeper |
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| Nationality | Paraguay |
| Date of Birth | 11/06/2000 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | San Lorenzo, Central, Paraguay |
Latest News about Orlando Gill
01/07/2026
Following his World Cup heroics, Orlando Gill announced he is working to retrieve the jersey he sold to cover his son's medical expenses. The 26-year-old goalkeeper's personal sacrifice and subsequent on-field triumph have drawn global attention, with fans and organizations offering support to help him recover the item.
29/06/2026
Orlando Gill made six saves in total, including two crucial stops in the penalty shootout, to help Paraguay defeat Germany 4-3 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. This historic victory sent the four-time World Cup champion Germany home and advanced Paraguay to the Round of 16 for the first time since 2010, marking the first time a team has beaten Germany in a World Cup penalty shootout.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Orlando Daniel Gill NoldÃn |
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| Alias | Orlando Gill |
| Current Club | San Lorenzo de Almagro (Argentine Primera División) |
| National Team | Paraguay Men's National Team |
| Jersey Number | 12 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.98 m |
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| Weight | 81 kg |
Personal Life
| Son | Yes (medical expenses mentioned in news) |
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Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Orlando Gill is the first goalkeeper in FIFA World Cup history to help his team win a match via penalty shootout against Germany. | |
| 2. He was born in San Lorenzo, a city in the Central Department of Paraguay. | |
| 3. At 26 years old, he became a key figure in Paraguay's historic upset against four-time champions Germany in the 2026 World Cup. | |
| 4. He joined San Lorenzo de Almagro in January 2019 and has been their primary goalkeeper since 2024. | |
| 5. Orlando Gill sold his jersey and sneakers to pay for his son's medical expenses before becoming a World Cup hero. |